TEHRAN- Iranian Army Ground Force Commander Kioumars Heydari reaffirmed on Wednesday that the army is prepared to respond to any threat, at any time, and in any location.

During a visit to the 840th Missile Group, General Heydari highlighted the Army's plan to establish five additional missile bases across the country to enhance its combat readiness and defense capabilities.

"In line with the Leader's directive to institutionalize combat preparedness, the Iranian Army Ground Force has embraced self-sufficiency as its guiding principle," the general declared.

He underscored the Army's extensive self-sufficiency in the production and design of various military equipment and weaponry, noting that the Ground Force operates 23 defense lines dedicated to this purpose.

"The Army Ground Force has consistently prioritized the development of its missile units to enhance combat readiness," he affirmed.

"Relying on the expertise of domestic and local experts, the Army Ground Force has consistently emphasized the four characteristics of long-range, pinpoint accuracy, intelligence, and network capability in the production, and design of its weapons and missiles," the commander remarked.

With this emphasis on self-reliance and advanced weaponry, General Heydari asserted that the Iranian Army Ground Force is capable of effectively countering any threat that may arise.